Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s seminal anti-imperialist text Hind Swaraj (1909), the artist Shelly Jyoti examines elements of Gandhi’s critique of modern civilization, observing his emphasis on an evolved ethical and spiritual self for creating an alternative perspective of a better world. The exhibition includes textile site specific installations titled The Print: Hind Swaraj 6 x 9 feet; new Ajrakh artwork on khadi; and a short documentary mapping Ajrakh traditions in contemporary art and craft Making of Swaraj and Collectiveness 2018-19Inauguration on Saturday, 14th September 2019 at 17:30

Gallery walkthrough with high school students: 16th September 2019 from 11:00 to 12:30

Gallery walkthrough: 18th September 2019 from 16:00 to 17:30

On 21 September 2019 from 16:00 to 17:30

Panel discussion on Swaraj: Gandhi’s Vision and Today

Organised with the support of Good Earth; and Khadi Village Industries Commission KVIC